In ancient Persia, this precious mineral was called "firma", which means "winner, giver of happiness." We know him under the name "turquoise" (photo can be seen below). Jewelry from it was very much loved by the lords of Ancient Egypt, for example, Nefertiti appreciated it so much that even the patterns of the robes in which she was dressed after death were made of it. The rulers of the eastern states and even the leaders of the Indian tribes adorned themselves with beads made of this stone, and for the Persians it is national. And today it is as popular as in those distant times.
A turquoise stone is a phosphate mineral, often of a blue matte color, sometimes with a greenish tint, which gives the iron contained in the stone. The degree of saturation of the primary color depends on the amount of copper, which is the main element.
In ancient Iran, it was believed that turquoise, the magical properties of which were very revered by the Persians, are the remains of the bones of people who died of love. Therefore, she was credited with the ability to reconcile spouses among themselves, to establish relations between a young man and a girl, to protect love between a man and a woman from envious and evil spirits.
Experts studying natural minerals in terms of their impact on human health and their psycho-emotional state, note that turquoise is one of the most energetically active semiprecious and precious stones. Its magical properties will help strengthen leadership qualities, it is suitable for people with a strong and strong-willed character. Those girls who always want to be in the center of male attention will also need jewelry made from this mineral (preferably rimless or in silver).
There is another ability of this
sky-blue stone: turquoise, whose magical properties are not limited to influencing the character of a person, is able to respond to changes in the state of health of its owner.
The color saturation can determine the age of the mineral itself. So, the azure color indicates that it is a relatively young stone. Jewelry from it is suitable for those people who lack self-confidence and in their abilities. Turquoise, whose magical properties are needed for those who seek harmony with their inner world, is a stone with a blue tint, over seven years old. Who wants to become wiser, he must wear dyeing with a mineral that is 15 years old and has a characteristic green color.
Contemplation in the morning of a stone without any rim helps restore vision. Those who sleep very badly at night will benefit from a turquoise with a silver frame. And if you wear it around your neck in the form of a pendant, then it will become a very strong amulet for its owner. In addition, the turquoise stone has a beneficial effect on the vocal cords, so singers need it.
If we consider the connection of stones with the zodiac constellations, then turquoise can be worn by those born under the sign of Sagittarius or Taurus. This is their stone. But Virgo and Cancer is better not to buy jewelry that contains this mineral.